Job Opening: Plant Controller
Description
Plant Controller
Type: Direct hire — 4 days in office, 1 day remote once trained
Salary: Competitive, based on experience, plus full benefits
Seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Plant Controller to oversee financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and translate complex financial data into clear insights for stakeholders. The ideal candidate thrives in a manufacturing environment and brings strong analytical rigor and effective communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
- Lead month-end close, record journal entries, and produce accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Oversee cash management, payables, budgeting, and forecasting to optimize cash flow and vendor relationships.
- Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, account analysis, and technical accounting tasks.
- Prepare supporting documentation for tax returns and collaborate with external CPA audit teams.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Direct cost accounting procedures, consolidation, and related statistical reporting.
- Monitor inventory levels, manage cycle counting, and assess obsolete inventory.
- Build and maintain relationships with banks and lenders.
- Review and validate commission reports and rep payments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or equivalent preferred.
- 3–5+ years of manufacturing accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of cash management, budgeting, and financial controls.
- Advanced account reconciliation and financial analysis skills.
- Proficient with ERP and financial systems; experience with Made to Manage and Odoo is a plus.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and sound understanding of database concepts.
- Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.
- Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Continuous improvement mindset and openness to learning.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
- Resilient under pressure and capable of resolving complex challenges professionally.
Compensation Note: Final pay will be determined by experience, education, skills, and overall fit with the role.